Codes & Permit Technician II at City of St. Petersburg

This is responsible, technical, office and public contact work of moderate difficulty, in the City’s Building Department, involving building permit requests and replying to general inquiries. Work involves reviewing, investigating, processing and responding to requests or inquiries regarding permits, licenses, fees, inspection activities, City, State and Federal codes and other related matters; review of applications for compliance with applicable municipal building and related codes; responding verbally or in writing to inquiries from the business community, other governmental agencies and the public on code and permit matters; performing general office, clerical work and computer functions; and considerable contact with the public on the telephone and in person, requiring the exercise of considerable discretion, tact and diplomacy.

Salary: $22.66 - $34.59 Hourly

Close Date: 07-13-2026 (11:59 PM)

To Qualify

Minimum Qualifications. Applicants must

• Possess a valid high school diploma or GED equivalency.

• Have considerable knowledge or experience in construction or building permits, performing inspection activities, or a related field, encompassing public contact.

• Have good computer skills using Web based programs.

• Be able to type accurately at a moderate speed.

• Have excellent customer service skills.

• Be able to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing.

• Be able to perform varied technical and clerical operations both rapidly and accurately.

• Be able to exercise sound judgment in rendering code interpretations and other decisions in accordance with established departmental policies.

Desirable Qualifications. Preferred applicants

• Have supplemented their education with some post-secondary technical or college course credits.

• Have some knowledge of the application and interpretation of municipal codes, the Federal Emergency Management Agency regulations, the State Energy Code, construction industry terminology, and the layout/geography of the City.

• Have some knowledge or experience with electronic plan review software.

• Are able to perform basic mathematical calculations with speed and accuracy.

• Are able to prepare clear and concise reports using a variety of source materials.

• Are able to understand and follow moderately complex oral and written instructions.

Selection Process

IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

For purposes of employment, re-employment, promotion, transfer or demotion, the most qualified applicants will be selected to continue in the hiring process. At this point, any prior criminal records will be verified. A prior criminal record will not necessarily disqualify a selected applicant from employment.

The City of St. Petersburg is committed to a Drug Free Workplace and compliance with the Department of Transportation (DOT) drug testing rules. Applicants may be required to successfully complete pre-employment drug testing and/or medical exams.

How To Apply

Apply online at www.stpete.org/jobs - Select See Open Jobs. City employees must use the Current City Employee link or use a City computer to access iRecruitment Employee Candidate. The City of St. Petersburg is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity employment, and encourages individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply for posted positions. In accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes, qualified servicemembers/veterans and the spouses/family members of certain servicemembers/veterans receive preference/priority in employment. Eligible applicants are responsible to apply for Veterans’ Preference at the time of submission of any job application. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities to apply, to interview for positions and to perform the essential job functions.